2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Mercury |
Model | GTS | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |